Preparation and characterization of novel catalysts for hydrogen energy technologies

  • Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona
  • Temporal
  • Tiempo completo
  • Hace 25 días
Offer DescriptionPhD opportunity!Preparation and characterization of novel catalysts for hydrogen energy technologiesCall, opening on 2nd May 2024 and with a deadline of 30th June 2024Awarded fellows will be expected to start their contracts by February 2025This project is a follow-up of a well-established collaboration between the Prof. Jordi Llorca research group, from the Technical University of Catalonia (UPC), and Dr. Carlos Escudero, from the ALBA Synchrotron, that merges both the knowledge of catalyst development for hydrogen technologies with state-of-the-art synchrotron-based characterization tools.The PhD candidate will integrate in the NOTOS group from ALBA while routinely working also at the UPC campus, located in Barcelona. The project aims at manufacturing a new generation of catalysts that will be employed for hydrogen production and purification reactions. The candidate will take care of the catalysis synthesis, by a controlled interface engineering approach, and will also study in detail the architecture of the catalysts and their behavior during the catalytic phenomena by advanced in situ and operando methods to gain valuable knowledge for the design of new catalysts with improved properties. This PhD project pretends to link the fundamental research performed with the different industrial applications that can arise from this scientific topic.QualificationsCandidate should hold a degree in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or related disciplines.A good level of English both written and spoken is a must.Other education / skills which will be of interest are:
  • Experience/interest in laboratory characterization techniques
  • Interest in synchrotron instrumentation
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability to a multidisciplinary environment, sense of responsibility and capabilities to work in a group as well as to work independently
Applicant requirements
  • Candidates may not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Spain for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the call deadline
  • Level of English: Proof of upper intermediate level must be included in the application
  • The award of the position will be conditional on the visa and work permit being secured from the corresponding Spanish Authority
Contract Details3-year full-time contract with total social security coverage. The total allowance is 33,600€ per year. The net salary is the result of deducting from the 33,600 amount, the employer's social security contributions (around 20-25%) and the employee taxes. Social security coverage for the contracted fellows in Spain includes health care, occupational health, disablement, parental and sick leave, and unemployment benefits.Related links
  • The application is online and all the information can be found here:
; * For any questions, contact us at:
  • BL16 - NOTOS, Absorption and diffraction & instrumentation innovation and development (
) * UPC Centre for Hydrogen Research (URL:
)RequirementsResearch Field Chemistry Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsCandidate should hold a degree in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or related disciplines.A good level of English both written and spoken is a must.Other education / skills which will be of interest are:
  • Experience/interest in laboratory characterization techniques
  • Interest in synchrotron instrumentation
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability to a multidisciplinary environment, sense of responsibility and capabilities to work in a group as well as to work independently
Specific Requirements
  • Candidates may not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Spain for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the call deadline
  • Level of English: Proof of upper intermediate level must be included in the application
  • The award of the position will be conditional on the visa and work permit being secured from the corresponding Spanish Authority
Languages ENGLISH Level GoodAdditional InformationBenefits3-year full-time contract with total social security coverage. The total allowance is 33,600€ per year. The net salary is the result of deducting from the 33,600 amount, the employer's social security contributions (around 20-25%) and the employee taxes. Social security coverage for the contracted fellows in Spain includes health care, occupational health, disablement, parental and sick leave, and unemployment benefits.Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute ALBA-CELLS Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Cerdanyola del Vallès Postal Code 08290 Street Carrer de la Llum 2-26 GeofieldNumber of offers available 1 Company/Institute Technical Univeristy of Catalonia Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Barcelona Postal Code 08019 Street Avinguda Eduard Maristany 10-14Where to apply WebsiteContact State/ProvinceBarcelona WebsiteStreetBP-1413, 3, Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona, Spagna Postal Code08290 E-Mailhelpdesk_docfam@icmab.es Phone935924372STATUS: EXPIRED

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